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I got a booster shot for tetanus from school, i got it on tuesday, and now its friday, i feel kinda woosy wellarm is this normal?
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No: This is not normal, but can represent a minor reaction. If symptoms do not resolve. Follow up with her physician. I doubt this would be a reason to not get further tetanus immunizations.
Answered 1/3/2014
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Tetanus shot: It is possible to feel woozy from the shot for a short time Take ibuprofen if necessary
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